Modern Wood Burners

Modern wood burners are a blend of attractive designs, efficient heating, and environmental consciousness. They are a great addition to any home and provide an alternative heat source in the event of power outages.

They are more efficient at heating rooms than fireplaces and release substantially less harmful gases. However wood stoves can emit up to six times more particle pollution than a modern diesel car.

The Jotul F305 LL

The Jotul F 305 LL is one of the newest models to join the Jotul collection. This cast iron stove has a horizontal combustion chamber that can accommodate large wood logs and offers an amazing view. It also features a practical ash drawer and simple air controls. It also has a clean combustion system that helps reduce emissions. This model can be ordered with a rear heat shield and the top is made of soapstone to improve its modern appearance.

The F 305 series has a horizontal design that makes it easy to position logs and also provides the fastest peak heat of 10kW transfer to the room with integrated convection. It was created in collaboration with Norwegian designers Anderssen & Voll, merging 160 years of heating experience with timeless design. The long leg version is available in white and features an edgier look that brings out the full flames of the fire. The horizontal design of the combustion chamber is ideal for burning larger pieces of wood, and the intuitive air controls are user-friendly.

The Jotul GF 305 DV IPI gas version is a cast iron variant of the fad F 305 LL. The sleek, modern design is framed by smooth curves. The huge view of the fire creates an amazing effect in your living room. The fire is accessible through the glass doors that covers 70 % of the front face, giving an unobstructed and stunning view of the flames. Its top-quality features include an easy-to-install, built-in direct vent system and integrated heat convection which reduces the distance to combustible materials at the rear of the stove.

The Focus Grappus

The Focus Grappus is a wood burner that was designed to show off the flames, with the flames being the main focus of the show. While most wood stoves prefer efficiency over aesthetics, the Focus design team has taken the opposite approach, with their sleek black creations that make the glowing flames the focal point of your home. The company's fireplaces have become the standard in many of the most luxurious homes around the globe, and they've won 25 prestigious design awards.

The heart of the Focus creation is a modern tall flame view window held aloft on the opposite side of the flue, with a sleek wood storage unit that provides a stunning visual balance to the design. This view of the tall flame is the hallmark look of the Focus range and it can be customized to meet your specifications, including having the option of different sizes for flues that will help you find a solution that works perfectly in your space.

The Grappus is a simple modern design that is attractive and simple to use. Its unique design makes it stand out among other contemporary wood burning stoves, and its clean lines will provide a chic look to any room. It's available in both a freestanding and a wall-mounted version which is ideal for spaces in which floor space is a problem.

The Grappus also provides the possibility of natural gas or wood-burning power. The Grappus's insulation comprises three layers, with the middle is a glass layer that shields the heat produced by the fire. The outer layers are designed for the heat to be absorbed by the combustion process and dispersed evenly throughout the entire space. This ensures an enjoyable and efficient heating experience, and it also helps to minimise the effects of condensation on the interior of the glass.

The Grappus is the perfect mix of design and performance. It's available in an output of 3-8 kW when using wood and up to 5 kW when using gas. It's also EcoDesign compatible and is an ideal choice for those looking for a chic, functional, efficient wood burning stove.

The Round Stack

There are a variety of styles of wood stoves on the market today. There is a wood stove that is perfect for your needs, whether are looking for something earthy and rustic to complement your home, or something more sleek and modern. These modern designs are not just beautiful, but also provide an efficient alternative to traditional heating methods.

When you are making firewood suitable for burning in a wood burner fireplace stove the proper stacking procedure is vital to ensure that the firewood remain dry and ready to be burned when needed. By leaving space between the logs and keeping their ends even facilitates airflow, which is essential to ensure that your firewood drys efficiently. The logs can be dried and stored by keeping them in tarps or other structures.

The round stack method of stacking firewood is an extremely popular method that is simple to master and looks stunning. Create a base by spreading out three to four rows of treated 2x4s or pallets. Then, build a stack of end pillars on top of the base by laying down 3-4 pieces of wood next to each other, and then putting another piece on the opposite side, with bigger gaps at each end. Continue to build the pillars until the stack is 12 rows high, making sure that there are enough spaces between each one so that air flows easily throughout the entire pile.

Make use of a center stake to provide stability. Begin by adding perpendicular pieces to the outside. Tie them together with string in the middle. Repeat this process until you have reached the height of your wall. You can then fill in the interior with odd-looking pieces and any that are too big for the outer rows. Indoor stacking requires a space that is airy and full of sunlight. Overcrowding could result in damp and spongy wood. The ideal indoor space for stacking is typically a garage or basement.

The Short Penguin Eco

The Short Penguin Eco by Chilli Penguin is a wonderful example of a wood stove that is environmentally friendly. Its sleek lines and sturdy construction makes it a great option for those who want an old-fashioned look or modern homes. The multi-fuel stove 5kw can burn wood as well as smokeless fuel. It also has a large ceramic window that lets you observe the flames dancing. It also has an oven, so you can cook your meal on it or boil a kettle to make a hot drink.

The stove is equipped with three innovative clean burn technologies to ensure low emissions and greater than 80% efficiency. The stove utilizes secondary heat retention glazing, combustion jets and airflow diversion. The result is a highly efficient stove that can be utilized in zones for smoke control.

This stove is among the smallest models in the domestic range. It can be mounted on a wall by adding the plinth or log store. The design is contemporary and clean with stainless steel handles. This is a stove you'll be delighted to return home to.

The use of seasoned or kiln dried wood is another great method of reducing carbon footprint. This wood has been dried to less than 20% moisture, which reduces the amount of smoke that is produced when it is burned. Even even if your wood stove is extremely efficient, you could still release lots of emissions if you're not cautious.

We'll be sharing more great green ideas in the coming blogs but in the meantime, there are lots of easy actions you can take to help the environment. From choosing furniture that is more sustainable to cutting down on the amount of paper you make use of, there are plenty of things that we can do. We hope that you enjoy this blog and we look forward to hearing from you in future.